2026

On March 25, members of CPC Pumps voted to ratify a new three-year collective agreement, marking a strong step forward in improving working conditions and long-term security for the membership. The newly ratified agreement delivers meaningful gains, including enhanced pension matching, reinforcing members’ financial stability and future planning. A new wage grid has also been introduced, creating a clear structure for progression-based increases, alongside general wage increases of no less

Members at Fabrene, a Magnera company, represented by IAM Local 2922 in North Bay, have ratified a new collective agreement following a recent round of negotiations. The bargaining unit opted for a two-year agreement, allowing for a shorter-term approach as they look ahead to returning to the table in the near future. The negotiating committee: John Lagassie, Riley Hall, Chris DeMarchi, Paul Marker, and Mark Larente, worked diligently to deliver

A new two-year collective agreement has been successfully reached for IAM Union members at the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre, delivering meaningful improvements in wages, benefits, and working conditions. The agreement includes a 3.5% wage increase for all classifications in each year of the contract. In addition, Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) will receive a $1.00 special adjustment annually. These increases are retroactive to the agreement’s expiry date of November 1, 2024.

A new three-year collective agreement has been reached at the Courtyard by Marriott Mississauga, delivering a range of improvements that strengthen wages, working conditions, and overall support for employees. The agreement introduces steady wage increases over its three-year term. Employees will see an increase of $1.00 in the first year, followed by $0.75 in the second year, and $0.90 in the third year. In addition, lead hands will receive a

March 18, 2026 – Richmond, British Columbia: 102 members working at Wexxar Bel in Richmond, British Columbia, established picket lines, marking a significant escalation in their ongoing labour dispute with the Company. The action reflects growing frustration among workers who say their concerns have been consistently dismissed and their proposals ignored at the bargaining table. At the heart of the dispute is the lack of engagement at the bargaining table.

Members covered under the Peel Cheshire Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) have officially ratified a new one-year agreement, marking an important step forward in securing improved working conditions and benefits. The agreement, which takes effect on April 1, 2026, and runs through March 31, 2027, was ratified by members on March 11, 2026. This renewed contract delivers several meaningful gains for members. Among the highlights is a 3.25% wage increase, reinforcing

60 Years of IAM Membership For this edition of Union Stories, we sat down with David James Varnes, a longtime IAM member, whose six decades of service reflect a deep commitment to unionism, democracy, and fairness for working people. 1. Which local are you part of, and what is your role? My name is David James Varnes. I am a member of Local 764 (Air Transportation). I am retired, but

On February 26, the IAM Union officially commenced bargaining with Menzies Aviation at Toronto Pearson International Airport. Menzies Aviation currently provides a range of above- and below-the-wing services for seven airlines operating out of Pearson, including WestJet, its largest customer. The negotiations mark an important step forward for approximately 530 members of IAM Local 2413 who are employed in Menzies’ ground handling operations. The Bargaining Committee presented a full and